Need opinions on build

[jjay03]

Here is the pcpartspicker link. https://pcpartpicker.com/list/4Ft2MZ
What do you guys think about this build? Should everything be compatible? Not sure which SSD to use either? Micro center has a similar powerspec build for $899. Should I build or buy?
https://www.microcenter.com/product/512782/g501-gaming-desktop-computer

My use for the system will mostly be business but I may want to do some video editing as well. I might play a game or 2 but that would not be very often.

Last time I built my pc was in 2004.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 2600X 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus - TUF X470-PLUS GAMING ATX AM4 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill - Aegis 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($92.99 @ Newegg Business)
Storage: Samsung - 860 Evo 500 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($84.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire - Radeon RX 580 4 GB NITRO+ Video Card ($189.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT - H500 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA - SuperNOVA G3 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ B&H)
Operating System: Microsoft - Windows 10 Pro OEM 64-bit ($124.79 @ OutletPC)
Total: $942.72
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-01-25 09:28 EST-0500

 

[WildCard999]

If your main business is video editing you don't need to spend a lot on a GPU. It would be more beneficial to put some of that money into more memory. This build will easily handle up to 4K video editing and 1080P/60hz gaming on higher settings.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 7 2700 3.2 GHz 8-Core Processor ($259.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus - ROG STRIX B450-F GAMING ATX AM4 Motherboard ($129.00 @ B&H)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($234.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial - MX500 500 GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($57.99 @ Adorama)
Video Card: PowerColor - Radeon RX 570 4 GB RED DRAGON Video Card ($144.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design - Focus G (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($55.04 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic - EVO Edition 620 W 80+ Bronze Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($98.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1030.78
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-01-25 09:49 EST-0500

If the price needs to be lowered then swap the CPU to the 2600 and if the price needs to be lowered further then change the memory to 2x8gb @3200mhz.

 

[jjay03]

Thanks guys. So you think I could go with a 600-650w psu and a cheaper video card. You prefer the m.2 storage over the sata as well? What about just buying the powerspec prebuilt?

 

[WildCard999]

Thanks guys. So you think I could go with a 600-650w psu and a cheaper video card. You prefer the m.2 storage over the sata as well? What about just buying the powerspec prebuilt?

Memory is too slow on the Powerspec and they usually cut corners on the motherboard & PSU. As for the M.2 (at least the one I posted) the only difference is the connection type as it connect's directly to the motherboard instead of using a SATA connection, if you went with a NVME SSD the speeds would be a bit faster over the other drives. If you go that route I would suggest the Samsung 970 EVO.

Also if your near a Microcenter they price match with Newegg/Amazon and a few others plus you can bundle at least the CPU/MB and save about $30. I do the price match all the time at the Microcenter in Boston. Speaking of which if your unsure about building it and you live in/near Massachusetts I'd be more then happy to help you build it for free.

 

[jjay03]

Thanks Wildcard. I am in Cincinnati and dont think I would have too much of a problem building but might take a bit more of my time then I have to spare currently. I end up researching everything to death.
The powerspec setup uses an ASRock B450 Pro, and the same Ryzen 5 2600x. That 3200 memory requires overclocking correct?

 

[WildCard999]

Ok so the motherboard is decent but the memory is spec'd for 2666 and you may not be able to overclock it to 3200, maybe 2800.

 

[jjay03]

Few more questions.

So with the ddr4-3200 since it says OC next to it in the board specs what all do I have to do to get that speed out of it? Do I have to adjust OC setting on the board or does it do it automatically. Will it be worth it if I dont game much? It is the same price as the gskill 2666 though.

Also when running an ssd should I partition the drive like I use to do with my HDD. Whats the best practice for that now?

 

[WildCard999]

Well the motherboard will support higher speeds by enabling XMP however this is only if the memory is spec'd for that higher speed. If not you'll need to manually overclock the memory which can be time consuming and may not get the desired speed. The higher speed would help with editing but TBH I don't know how much compared to that 2666.

"Also when running an ssd should I partition the drive like I use to do with my HDD."

^Not really sure what you mean by this.

 

[jjay03]

Yes this is the memory
https://www.microcenter.com/product/481738/Ripjaws_V_16GB_2_x_8GB_DDR4-3200_PC4-25600_CL16_Dual_Channel_Desktop_Memory_Kit

With the SSD I mean should I put the OS on its own partition?

 

[WildCard999]

Yes this is the memory
https://www.microcenter.com/product/481738/Ripjaws_V_16GB_2_x_8GB_DDR4-3200_PC4-25600_CL16_Dual_Channel_Desktop_Memory_Kit

With the SSD I mean should I put the OS on its own partition?

Ok so yes that memory would work and for the SSD at 500gb it's more then enough space for your OS & programs. You could even go down to 250gb for OS/programs then grab a 1-2TB for storage.